2014 Southern Conference Basketball in Asheville

February 13th, 2014 by Corey A. Edwards

It’s basketball time! The 2014 Southern Conference Basketball Tournament returns to Asheville’s US Cellular Center Arena and Kimmel Arena on the UNCA campus. Get your tickets now and join in the excitement, March 7th to the 10th.

But that’s not all – check out these other great events happening in Asheville for the Southern Conference!

OPEN PRACTICES
March 6th – US Cellular Center and Kimmel Arena
Thursday’s practices at the US Cellular Center and Kimmel Arena are free open to the public – no charge.

SOCON OVERTIME
March 7th – Grove Arcade
SoCon Overtime takes place after the games, Friday night at the Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville from 6 pm to 9 pm. Featuring local restaurants, breweries, and musicians, admission is free with food and drink tokens available for purchase.

DOWNTOWN DRIBBLE
March 8th – Downtown Asheville
Calling all kids aged 5-12! The Downtown Dribble Parade returns to Asheville at 10:45 am, Saturday morning and is looking for you! Register to participate 9:45 am at Pack Square before the parade begins. We will be dribbling from Pack Square to the US Cellular Center. All participating kids will receive a FREE basketball and t-shirt as well as an opportunity to attend either Saturday noon session at the US Cellular Center or Kimmel Arena for FREE.

FAMILY DAY
March 9th – US Cellular Center, Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
Tickets for this one-hour program will be made available between the women’s and men’s sessions on Sunday at the US Cellular Center’s Thomas Wolfe Auditorium. Enjoy the Family Day festivities between 4:45 pm and 5:45 pm, including a concert performance by the Grammy nominated pop/rock band Royal Tailor.

2014 Southern Conference Basketball

North Lodge on Oakland would LOVE to host your stay during the 2014 Southern Conference Basketball and, as of this writing, still have rooms available. Come in early and enjoy discounted weekday rates at North Lodge. Visit Asheville Sunday night through Thursday night and you could save up to $20 per night. Check it out! See the rest of our specials and packages for your stay in Asheville.